Is it really possible to retire at 34—without winning the lottery or building a startup?

In this episode, Melissa Nash sits down with Sam Dogen, also known as the Financial Samurai, to talk about how he walked away from Wall Street, negotiated a six-figure severance, and built a 7-figure portfolio through smart investing and one bold, life-changing move.

You’ll learn:

✅ Why most people miss the $250K wealth milestone—and how to reach it faster
✅ How to build passive income that funds your freedom
✅ The “One Property Per Child” strategy for generational wealth
✅ Why saving until it hurts now can buy freedom later
✅ The mindset shift that separates future millionaires from paycheck-to-paycheck cycles

This episode is packed with real talk, practical steps, and the kind of financial wisdom that changes lives—not just bank accounts.

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In this episode, Melissa sits down with real estate investing expert Michael, who brings over 20 years of experience helping investors build passive income and generational wealth through rental properties. Michael shares how he transitioned from stock market investing to out-of-state real estate investing — and why real estate offers superior scalability, cash flow, and long-term security.

They dive deep into the must-know strategies for out-of-state rental success, including how to evaluate neighborhoods, choose the right property management team, and avoid the most common mistakes that sink new investors. You'll learn the importance of mastering the 3 Pillars of Real Estate Success: Property, Process, and People, plus actionable tips for building strong investor-property manager relationships.

If you're looking to scale your real estate portfolio beyond your local market and create true financial freedom, this episode is packed with practical advice you can use immediately.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome

01:49 Michael's Journey into Real Estate

04:07 The Importance of Mentorship and Learning from Failure

05:42 Out-of-State Investing: Strategies and Insights

08:19 Michael's Background and Real Estate Success

14:32 Key Questions for Out-of-State Investors

28:58 Building Trust and Relationships with Property Managers

30:19 Handling Property Maintenance and Expenses

32:01 Effective Communication with Property Managers

39:38 Identifying and Avoiding Lazy Property Managers

47:12 Protecting Yourself from Bad Property Management

53:33 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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Passive Income • Property • Purpose

In this episode of Her Real Estate Life, Melissa Nash sits down with one of the most experienced and straight-talking investor lenders in the business: Aaron Chapman.

He’s not just any lender—he’s the one who helped Melissa buy her very first rental property and gave her the mindset shift that launched her 7-figure real estate portfolio.

Together, they unpack the questions on every investor’s mind right now:

• What’s really keeping smart investors stuck—and how do you move past the fear?
• How can DSCR loans and LLCs help you scale your real estate portfolio faster?
• Why does “timing the market” cost more than most investors realize?
• What mindset shift turns hesitation into action (even in a volatile market)?
• How do you build a real estate investing business—not just collect properties?

This episode is packed with real estate investing strategies, mindset breakthroughs, and practical steps to help you start—or scale—your portfolio in today’s noisy market—especially for busy professionals who want freedom without flipping houses or managing tenants.

If you’re wondering when to take action, this is your sign. Press play now.

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Welcome to Episode 1 of Her Real Estate Life: Passive Income, Property & Purpose!

In this kickoff episode, host Melissa Nash shares why she’s rebranding the show—and how her journey from financial rock bottom to building a 7-figure passive income portfolio changed everything.

This isn’t just a podcast about buying rental properties. It’s about using real estate investing to create more freedom, time, and purpose—without managing tenants, flipping houses, or adding a second job to your plate.

Melissa opens up about:

• Why she left a multi-million dollar business to rebuild through real estate
• How she bought her first rental property out of state with zero experience
• The mindset shift that turned fear into financial freedom
• How she built a scalable, hands-off system (even with ADHD)
• The real reason behind her 7-figure portfolio—and what it lets her do now

Whether you're just getting started or rethinking your next move, this episode is full of inspiration and real estate investing strategies for women who want financial independence, passive income, and a life designed on their terms.

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Think you need to manage properties, deal with tenants, or take out big loans to invest in real estate? What if you could earn passive income without any of that?

In this episode, I sit down with Trevor Oldham to talk about Limited Partnership (LP) investing—a strategy that allows investors to own a share of real estate deals without the work. If you’ve ever wanted to invest but didn’t know where to start, this might be the simplest path to real estate wealth.

We cover:

• What is LP investing, and how does it work?
• How to find and vet the right investment opportunities
• What kind of returns investors can expect
• Why LPs are a great option for busy professionals looking to build wealth

If you want to invest in real estate without dealing with tenants or maintenance, this episode is for you. Tune in now and learn how to make real estate work for you, not the other way around.

Resources from Episode:

 Book: The hands off investor by Brian Burke

7E Investments LINK HERE

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What if one of the world’s most iconic fast-food brands wasn’t just about flipping burgers? In this episode of Passive Real Estate Investing for Her, Melissa Nash dives into a surprising story that reveals a unique approach to building wealth—one that can inspire your real estate journey.

Join Melissa as she shares the strategy behind one company’s global success and how you can apply those same principles to create financial freedom, generate cash flow, and take advantage of game-changing tax benefits.

Ready to think bigger about your real estate goals? This episode will challenge everything you thought you knew about building wealth.

Tune in now to discover the secret sauce!

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Today, I’m diving into the two biggest reasons people fail at real estate investing and—more importantly—how you can avoid them to build long-term wealth.

Here’s the truth: Success in real estate starts long before buying your first property. In this episode, I break down:

• The key mindset shifts that separate successful investors from those who fail.
• The 5 wealth-building benefits of real estate—cash flow, appreciation, loan pay-down, tax benefits, and leverage—that most new investors overlook.

💡 Real-Life Real Estate Success Story: Hear how my student Jessica, a nurse with no prior real estate experience, turned a $175K single-family home into over $46K in wealth in just three years. It’s proof that with the right strategy, real estate investing can work for anyone.

Whether you’re looking to:
✅ Start your first passive income rental property,
✅ Learn how to use real estate to build generational wealth, or
✅ Discover actionable steps to achieve financial freedom,

this episode gives you the exact lessons I wish I had when I started.

Don’t wait to take control of your financial future!

🎧 Listen now, subscribe to the newsletter, and grab the mini course linked in the show notes to start building your real estate portfolio today. 🚀

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Grab my FREE guide, '5 Steps to Financial Freedom Even If You’re New to Investing.'

It’s packed with actionable steps to help you start building wealth through real estate—without the overwhelm.

💡 Now, let’s talk about today’s topic. Ever feel like you’re drowning in advice from real estate gurus? BRRRR this, flip that, short-term rentals are the new goldmine—sound familiar? With all these strategies being thrown your way, how are you supposed to figure out which one actually works for YOU?

✨ Here’s the truth: Not every strategy is created equal, and what works for someone else might be a total disaster for your goals and lifestyle. In today’s episode, I’m cutting through the noise to help you finally stop Googling and start focusing. Together, we’ll uncover the strategy that fits your goals, your time, and your tolerance for risk.

🔥 By the end of this episode, you’ll have the clarity to choose the right path—without wasting time on the wrong one. So grab your favorite drink, get comfy, and let’s make some progress toward your financial freedom.

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Want to start investing but don’t know where to begin?

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1. “How to Start Investing in Rentals—Without Becoming a Landlord” A 7-day email course for busy people who want passive income, not another job. ---> CLICK HERE

2. "Your First Rental Roadmap" Get the free roadmap and learn exactly how I bought my first rental property from 2,000 miles away—without flipping, rehabs, or managing anything myself. --> CLICK HERE

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